Young Paul Revere was proud of his French father. It was from his father that Paul learned every trick and detail of silver-making. In time he became such a fine silversmith that his craftsmanship alone would have made him famous. — But as Paul grew older, things happened -great theings-that drew his attention from his craft. History was being ma... more »de in Bostonm and in every part of the 13 colonies. Paul couldn't sit back abnd watch History march past his door. Not he! He had to get right out anbd join the parade! So it happened that Paul Revere was selected to warn the Minute Men of Lexongton and Concord that the British soldiers were coming.« less